Monday, October 9, 2023
Baghdad, Ashgabat Sign MoU to Develop Bilateral Trade Ties , 9 OCT
Baghdad, Ashgabat Sign MoU to Develop Bilateral Trade Ties , 9 OCT
ERBIL — The federal government of Iraq has signed a memorandum of understanding with Turkmenistan to import gas supplies in an attempt to strengthen bilateral trade relations and resolve the country's chronic power shortages.
Iraqi Territory Won't Be Used as Launchpad to Undermine Neighbors' Security: PM Sudani , 9 OCT
Iraqi Territory Won't Be Used as Launchpad to Undermine Neighbors' Security: PM Sudani , 9 OCT
ERBIL — Iraq's Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' al-Sudani on Monday received Foreign Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud to emphasize that Iraqi territory will not be used as a platform to threaten the territorial sovereignty and integrity of neighboring countries.
"Prime Minister Al-Sudani reiterated Iraq's strong stance on upholding the security and territorial integrity of its neighboring countries, emphasizing its commitment to principles of good neighborliness and international resolutions," read a statement released by Sudani's media office today.
Iraq also reaffirmed its commitment to not allowing its territory to be used for attacks against any other nation."
The two sides also spoke about the "developments occurring in the occupied Arab territories in Palestine and the consequences of these events on the Palestinian people."
Iraq shares a long land border with several countries, including with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Baghdad has recently been stepping up border security with neighboring countries, including recently with the Islamic Republic of Iran. The country is also set to activate bilateral security committees with neighboring Turkey to enhance border security, eliminate remnants of the Islamic State (IS) jihadist group, and crack down on drug trafficking in the broader region.
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Central Bank Governor: We Are Putting The Final Touches To The Lending Strategy. 9 OCT
Central Bank Governor: We Are Putting The Final Touches To The Lending Strategy
Money and business Economy News – Baghdad Central Bank Governor Ali Al-Alaq confirmed today, Monday, the final touches to the lending strategy.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated in a statement received by “Al-Iqtisad News” that “Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Fouad Hussein chaired today the thirtieth session of the Ministerial Council for the Economy, in the presence of the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Planning, the Ministers of Finance, Industry, Trade, Labor and Social Affairs, the Secretary-General of the Council of Ministers and the Governor The Central Bank, Chairman of the National Investment Authority, and Advisor to the Prime Minister for Legal Affairs.”
She added, “The Council discussed the items on its agenda and took appropriate decisions regarding them. The Council also hosted the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Agriculture and the Prime Minister’s Advisor, two members of the special committee to study the methods of support provided to the agricultural sector and the possibility of their sustainability in light of the water and financial situation, and to benefit from global experiences and modern methods of irrigation, agricultural mechanization, and support.” Strategic agricultural crops.
She continued, "The Council also discussed the recommendations of the committee formed to support private banks in order to advance the work of these banks to be an important part of the Iraqi economy."
The Governor of the Central Bank indicated, according to the statement, that “the bank is putting the final touches to the lending strategy, and is continuing to implement decisions related to electronic payment.”
The Ministry confirmed, “Given the importance of the wastewater treatment unit project to preserve the environment, reduce pollution, and contribute to increasing the life of production machines and protecting them from damage, the Council decided to change the method of implementing this project to contribute to accelerating its completion.”
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Government ministers face scrutiny in anti-corruption overhaul, 9 OCT
Government ministers face scrutiny in anti-corruption overhaul
Shafaq News / The Parliamentary Strategic Planning Committee revealed the formation of committees under the supervision of Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, tasked with reevaluating ministers based on their performance and commitment to safeguarding public funds.
Committee Chairwoman Leila Al-Tamimi, speaking to Shafaq News Agency, stated, "Through our dialogue with the government, we believe that imminent ministerial changes are anticipated under the leadership of Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani.
He has crucial observations, notably pertaining to combating corruption and preventing misappropriation of public funds within ministries."
She emphasized, "The issue of financial mismanagement and anti-corruption measures ranks among the foremost concerns. These matters will determine the work and performance of ministers in the government. Evaluation of ministers and their replacement will be conducted through monitoring and inspection committees within the Prime Minister's office, overseen by Al-Sudani. Consequently, ministers will be assessed and replaced as part of the expected ministerial reshuffle, reflecting the government's commitment to transparency and accountability."
https://shafaq.com/en/Iraq-News/Government-ministers-face-scrutiny-in-anti-corruption-overhaul
Arab League Council to hold extraordinary session at Iraq's request, 23 NOV
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